Journal of cardiothoracic and vascular anesthesia
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J. Cardiothorac. Vasc. Anesth. · Sep 2020
The Prevalence and Impact of Undiagnosed Mild Cognitive Impairment in Elderly Patients Undergoing Thoracic Surgery: A Prospective Cohort Study.
The objective of this study was to explore the prevalence of undiagnosed mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and its association with adverse outcomes in elderly patients undergoing thoracic surgery. ⋯ The incidence of MCI before thoracic surgery in elderly patients was higher and associated with a higher rate of adverse postoperative outcomes. The findings may be important for preoperative patient counseling, operative planning, and eventually reducing potential risk exposure and related outcomes.